Nigerian singer Michael Adebayo Olayinka, popularly known as Ruger, has been absent from the music scene due to an ongoing legal dispute involving a former romantic partner, his record label has revealed.
In a statement, the label disclosed that the singer’s hiatus was caused by personal challenges stemming from a lawsuit filed by an ex-girlfriend, who allegedly accused him of causing emotional distress and sought damages.
According to the statement, the legal battle significantly affected the artist’s activities and contributed to his prolonged absence from the spotlight.
“Ruger was caught up in a series of personal challenges after someone he dated decided to sue him for alleged ‘emotional distress’ and ‘damages,’” the statement read.
The label, however, assured fans that the singer is preparing for a return to the music industry and is expected to resume active engagements in August.
Ruger, known for hit songs including “Bounce,” rose to prominence with his unique sound and has remained one of Nigeria’s most successful Afrobeats artists.
The announcement has sparked reactions from fans, many of whom are excited about the singer’s anticipated return to music after months away from the public eye.
